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Meeker Middle School
Middle School · Tacoma School District
4402 Nassau Ave Ne, Tacoma, WA 98422
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,258 of 2,228
In Tacoma
#46 of 88
public schools
In district
#33 of 62
Tacoma School District
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Meeker Middle School
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About Meeker Middle School
Meeker Middle School is a public middle school in Tacoma, WA, part of Tacoma School District. Meeker Middle School serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Meeker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,258 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Meeker Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- WA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Meeker Middle School runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at Meeker Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Meeker Middle School — Students at Meeker Middle School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Meeker Middle School Compares
See how Meeker Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4402 Nassau Ave Ne, Tacoma, WA 98422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meeker Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Browns Point Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,989
Median Home Value
$614,300
Median Rent
$2,104/mo
Population
22,126
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39
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| Elma Middle School Elma, WA | 6.1 |
| Evergreen Middle School Spokane Valley, WA | 6.1 |
| Nooksack Valley Middle School Everson, WA | 6.1 |
| Pioneer Middle Dupont, WA | 6.1 |
| Selkirk Middle School Liberty Lake, WA | 6.1 |
| View Ridge Middle School Ridgefield, WA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meeker Middle School
What grades does Meeker Middle School serve?
Meeker Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Meeker Middle School?
Meeker Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meeker Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Meeker Middle School is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meeker Middle School rank in WA?
Meeker Middle School ranks #1,258 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Meeker Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Meeker Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Meeker Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meeker Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Meeker Middle School a charter school?
No, Meeker Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meeker Middle School a Title I school?
No, Meeker Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meeker Middle School?
47.9% of students at Meeker Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (253) 571-6500
Resources & Links
District
Tacoma School District- District Enrollment
- 28,272
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,679
- District Rank
- #33 of 62
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